Celtic must find Mika Baur the midfield partner he needs after Besiktas performance

67 Hail Hail argues that Celtic should prioritize rebuilding their midfield around Mika Baur rather than club captain Callum McGregor. The opinion piece follows Celtic's 3-2 victory against Besiktas on Thursday night under manager Martin O'Neill, where Camilo Duran grabbed headlines but Baur stood out defensively. According to the article, Baur completed 10 tackles and won 11 duels, highlighting his essential presence in the center of the pitch.

The writer asserts that while 32-year-old McGregor contributed an assist for Callum Osmand's equalizer, his defensive efficiency has declined. The piece suggests Celtic need a long-term partner to complement Baur over the next five to six years. It also notes 19-year-old Joel van den Berg still needs time to adapt, while summer target Gvidas Gineitis could offer a suitable box-to-box option.